PRODUCT DETAILS

About Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive medication, primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is very high leading to high blood pressure.

AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL contains two antihypertensive drugs, namely: azelnidipine and olmesartan medoxomil. Azelnidipine inhibits the activity of calcium channels in the heart's arteries. As a result, the blood arteries widen and the blood supply to the heart increases, decreasing the increased blood pressure and the heart's strain. Olmesartan medoxomil acts by inhibiting the effect of angiotensin receptors that causes blood vessels to constrict. It improves blood flow and increases the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body. As a result, the risk of a future heart attack or stroke is reduced.

Uses of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

Hypertension

Medicinal Benefits of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL consists of the antihypertensive drugs azelnidipine and olmesartan medoxomil. Azelnidipine inhibits the activity of calcium channels in the heart's blood arteries. As a result, the arteries widen and the blood supply to the heart increases, decreasing the increased blood pressure and the heart's strain. Olmesartan medoxomil acts by inhibiting the effect of certain chemicals that cause blood vessels to constrict. It improves blood flow and increases the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body. As a result, the risk of a future heart attack or stroke is reduced.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water, do not crush or chew the tablet.

Side Effects of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Don't stop taking AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL without your doctor advice. Sudden stopping of AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may cause changes in your heart rhythm, blood pressure, chest pain or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over a period of time to help prevent these symptoms. Consult your doctor before using AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients suffering from kidney problems may be required to undergo regular blood creatinine, and potassium level tests as AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may affect electrolytes level in our body. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL to rule out any side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may have interaction with pain killers (e.g. aspirin), anticonvulsant drugs (e.g. pregabalin), and benzodiazepines class medications (e.g. alprazolam).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

People with angioedema, hypotension, CHF (congestive heart failure), hyperkalemia, renal artery stenosis, renal impairment, and renal/liver disease should consult a doctor before taking AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is advised to limit alcohol intake since alcohol consumption with AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects, such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

PREGNANCY

Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL in pregnant women.

BREAST FEEDING

Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

DRIVING

AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may cause side effects like dizziness and weakness, affecting your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert.

LIVER

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

KIDNEY

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of AZELNIDIPINE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.